Building Reddit

Ever wonder what it actually takes to run one of the internet's most vibrant and occasionally chaotic communities? Building Reddit pulls back the curtain, offering a rare glimpse into the engineering culture and human decisions that shape the platform. Host Ryan H. Lewis guides conversations that move beyond abstract ideas, diving into the tangible work of building features millions use every day. Episodes explore the creation of popular projects like Reddit Recap and Collectible Avatars, but also get into the less-glamorous, essential groundwork that happens behind the login screen. The real core of this podcast is the people. You'll hear directly from the software engineers debugging code, product managers weighing feature trade-offs, data scientists interpreting user behavior, and the community managers and marketers who connect it all to the real world. It's a candid look at the daily triumphs, challenges, and collaborative spirit inside the company. For anyone curious about the intersection of technology, community, and product development, this series provides an authentic narrative about what it means to build and maintain a digital town square. Tune in for stories that are as much about problem-solving and teamwork as they are about the technology itself.